10 Common Planning Q&As
Planning Permission Advice Is it worth buying land without planning permission for my self-build? It’s a risk – a big risk. You could be dealing with a site located outside the local development boundary, with […]
How much is an oak frame extension?
How much does an oak frame extension cost? As a rule of thumb, budget from £2500 per sqm (or £230 per sqft) Of course, with so many permutations to a project there’s no one fixed […]
7 Q&A’s on building an oak frame house
Unsure if building an oak frame house is right for you? Here are some answers to questions you might have. I’m not keen on a traditional look, can you design a modern home? The beauty […]
What are the reasons to build in oak?
Building an oak frame house (or extension) is an opportunity to live in a sustainable home, bespoke to you, surrounded by golden rich timbers infused with stunning looks, warmth and comfort – and an abundance […]
6 ways to create impact with oak on a modest scale
Annexe build The Roberts built a one-bedroom oak-framed house for their retirement measuring just 120sqm with a goal to create something ‘small and exquisite’. The property is on a former pub car park and the […]
10 inspiring ways to add space with an oak frame extension
Many oak frame extension designs feature lots of expansive glazing. Some have full-height glazed gables or vaulted ceilings. This is popular as it enables wow factor features such as oak trusses. Take a look at […]
What are the hidden costs in a self build budget?
Drawing up a detailed Self-build budget is crucial so don’t forget to make provision for situations which could add costs but might not be immediately obvious. But what are hidden costs in a self build […]
Self-building top tips
Self-building advice. Here at Welsh Oak Frame, giving you hints and tips that will help during your self-build journey is important to us, however; sometimes it’s nice to hear from people who have been and […]
Double-Storey Oak Frame Extensions
There could be gains to be made building a double storey oak extension. Extending your home in oak will not only add valuable space to your property, it will also add warmth and character to […]
Top tips for building an oak frame extension
An oak frame extension not only gives your home extra space, it also brings instant character to your property. Here are our top tips when opting to extend in oak. Permitted development tips for an […]
